STUBBLE BURNING

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Context

The Supreme Court has expressed deep concern over deteriorating air quality in the Delhi-National Capital region and directed the states of Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana to immediately stop stubble burning.

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PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. Stubble burning has been one of the prime reasons for air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR). What are the issues associated with stubble burning in India? Suggest suitable policy measures to resolve the problem of crop stubble burning in India.